A high school football star named Ryder Barnes passed away all of a sudden at the age of 17, just a few months before he was set to start college at Cal Poly.
Tributes to Barnes started to pour in after Cal Poly shared how the young athlete had passed away in a statement. Mustang head coach mentioned in a heartbreaking post that on behalf of our entire Cal Poly football team, they were deeply saddened by the passing of Ryder Barnes.
Barnes was described as an exceptional young man who had a very bright future ahead of him.
Skipper continued and mentioned how this loss was felt by many of them. 'Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences are with his loved ones during this very difficult time. The cause of death was yet to be made available.
Barnes was labeled a star athlete at the Crean Lutheran High School in Irvine. The school was seen honoring the young man who showed up with heart, led with strength, and left a major impact far beyond the field.